mortifier

Definitions of mortifier
  1. verb
    cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
    synonyms: chagriner, humilier
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    types:
    déshonorer, faire déshonneur à
    reduce in worth or character, usually verbally
    réduire
    lower in grade or rank or force somebody into an undignified situation
    déshumaniser
    deprive of human qualities
    type of:
    blesser, contrarier, offenser
    hurt the feelings of
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